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Mazda CX-30 Premium Plus Offers Upmarket Experience Without The Cost

1-29-24 Featured Vehicle It's not just because the exterior paint on our 2024 Mazda CX-30 Premium Plus test car is called Soul Red Crystal Metallic that we sing the praises of this spirited little charmer of a crossover. This is the kind of vehicle that you get in and drive without needing to refer to an illustrated manual. Basically, the way everything is laid out makes accessing the technology intuitive and easy. But don't let the simplicity fool you. There's a lot more here than you might think. CX-30 Premium Plus Photo Gallery The fun really begins as soon as…

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Value Describes Maverick XLT Hybrid’s True Spirit

01-25-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis found much to like in the 2023 Ford Maverick XLT Hybrid. Sure, the convenience, economy and practicality of this compact pickup were quite evident, but what really stood out in the week-long test drive was how it all added up to great value. Listen in for the full report, plus the weekly roundup of technology news. FYI: if you want to stay up to date with the latest episodes, we'll deliver Tech Talk to your inbox every week. Just hit the subscribe button…

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Outlander PHEV Made To Face A New England Winter

01-18-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ A week in New England winter weather was just enough to prove to Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis that the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has what it takes to survive. Listen in for all the details and also get a rundown of a previous week's adventures with the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. There's still more on tap this week including a new study from our friends at iSeeCars.com and several fascinating updates from the wide world of technology. Want to stay up to date with the latest…

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Ford Escape Hybrid Makes An Efficient Getaway Vehicle

01-09-24 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ More than just an efficient, small utility vehicle that's ready for weekend adventures, the 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid ST-Line AWD earns praise from Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis for its safety features and extended hybrid system warranty, as well. The Escape benefits from a refresh for 2023 and is offered in conventional gasoline-powered, hybrid (HEV) and Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) editions. Get all the details in this week's podcast as well as additional automotive and technology news updates. Want to stay up to date with the latest episodes? We…

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Out With The Old… 11 Cars That Are Going Away For 2024

by Peter Ciani Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Widebodyphoto by Peter Ciani for RPM News Weekly It's that time of the year when we bid farewell to the forlorn lot of car models that are riding off into the sunset. Typically, most articles about 'Discontinued Cars for (insert model year)' consist of cars that were already as stale as the lingering Christmas leftovers in your refrigerator. You know the cars I'm talking about, the ones that make you say, "Oh, I didn't even know they still made that." For example, last year's list of discontinued cars included the Buick Encore, Nissan…

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Hiatus Garners 2X The Fun With BMW Z4 sDrive30i & Ford Maverick XLT Tremor

11-28-23 Tech Talk ~ Recorded Live from RPM News Weekly Studio ~ Two weeks, two vehicles. After a weeklong break from the usual schedule, Tech Talk host Rick DeMeis takes two scoops of fun in his driving report, dishing up tasty tidbits from his experiences with the sweet BMW Z4 sDrive30i two-seater convertible and the beefy Ford Maverick XLT Tremor pickup. Grab some snacks and listen in for all the details in this week's podcast. There's additional servings of automotive and technology news, too. Want to stay up to date with the latest episodes? We can deliver Tech Talk to…

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